Curiosity can be a good thing. It has led to many inventions. Thomas Edison tried over 1,000 times to invent the light bulb. Where would we be if he quit, maybe still in the dark?
When someone asks you a question, they may seek an answer to help themselves. Then, others use a question as a teaching tool. Such was our Lord’s use of asking his disciples questions. Jesus already knew the correct answer. So, why did he ask? One thought was to spark their interest in a spiritual matter. Another reason was to start a discussion to increase their knowledge and share it with others. These questions, posed by Jesus, are not just historical anecdotes. They hold the key to our personal growth and spiritual understanding.
Consider the cover of the book, He Had to Ask. Did you know that Jesus was a master of asking questions? This realization dawned on me not so long ago when the Lord opened my eyes to the question marks scattered throughout the gospels. They were everywhere, demanding my attention. But why? This was the seed thought of He Had to Ask, a journey to uncover the meaning behind those enigmatic question marks.
The sequence, He Had to Ask, is unique. The questions Jesus asks are in chronological order as the Lord presented them to the apostles. If you read the gospels, you will find all these questions. By doing so, you will find times of refreshment, heartache, and struggles. In the end, you will experience a better life for yourself and those around you. This journey of exploration will lead to personal growth and a deeper understanding of Jesus and his questions.
